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Pentagon News & Events December 8

Congress moves to block Pentagon from cutting US troops in Europe and South Korea

Congress limits Pentagon's ability to reduce troops in Europe below 76,000 and South Korea below 28,500 in new defense bill, easing allied concerns.

South Korea November 7

North Korea fires ballistic missile days after Hegseth wraps South Korea visit

North Korea fires ballistic missile days after U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth's South Korea visit focused on deterring Pyongyang and strengthening alliance.

Opinion November 5

How Trump projected US power across Indo-Pacific before Xi meeting

Trump's pre-summit moves with Taiwan statement, South Korea shipbuilding deal and carrier diplomacy sent clear deterrence signals to Xi before their meeting.

South Korea November 4

Hegseth applauds South Korea's plan to take larger role in defense against North Korean aggression

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth praises South Korea's plan to boost defense spending as the allies look to strengthen deterrence against North Korea.

World October 29

Trump claims Asia tour returned 'trillions' to US ahead of critical meeting with China's Xi

President Donald Trump prepares to meet China's Xi Jinping after securing trade deals across Asia that he claims bring trillions of dollars back to the U.S.

Donald Trump October 29

Trump reveals Xi Jinping meeting timeline while discussing Kim Jong Un relations in South Korea

President Donald Trump reveals his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping will span three to four hours during South Korea diplomatic dinner, caught on hot mic.

Donald Trump October 29

Trump arrives in South Korea for key talks ahead of APEC summit, Xi meeting — no Kim Jong Un reunion

Donald Trump visits Seoul for talks with President Lee Jae Myung focused on trade, investment, and maintaining stability amid growing tensions in the Asia-Pacific region.

Donald Trump October 29

Trump visits South Korea as he attempts to secure billions in investment

President Trump met South Korean leader Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju, discussing partnerships during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.

Politics October 29

Trump says he could deploy US military in American cities, claims ‘courts wouldn’t get involved’

President Donald Trump claims broad authority to deploy military forces in U.S. cities, stating courts wouldn't intervene during Air Force One press availability en route to summit.

White House October 28

Trump predicts ‘very happy’ outcome ahead of face-to-face with China’s Xi after tariff threats

President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC Summit amid ongoing trade negotiations and tensions over rare-earth export controls.

Asia October 27

Trump’s focus turns to Japan and South Korea as Asia trip continues

Trump's Asia tour focuses on strengthening ties with Japan and South Korea amid regional tensions. Key meetings planned with allies on trade and security cooperation.